INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

GS History Modern India
Q.

Consider the following statements about the Battle of Plassey:

1. English provocations, like misuse of Dastaks, were the key reason for the conflict between them and the Bengal rulers.

2. The Battle of Plassey was more of a skirmish than a battle.

3. There was a reversal of bullion flow from India after the battle.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

Explanation:
  • English provocations such as misuse of dastaks and fortification of their trading posts were provocations aimed at the Bengal rulers. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
  • Statement 2 is correct as due to conspiracies, a major part of the Bengal army did not participate in the war.
  • Statement 3 is also correct as the plunder of Bengal allowed British to export bullions from India to finance its trade with the East.

Thus, Option D is Correct.

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